See the fossils of mammoths at Mammoth Site
At least 61 mammoths' remains have been discovered at the Mammoth Site, an active paleontological dig site. This museum is also designated as a National Natural Landmark. Following the discovery of mammoth bones, the owner of the site (which was intended to become a housing development) decided that the property would be better suited to scientific study and abandoned his construction plans. Visitors at Mammoth Site can now see real-life prehistoric mammoth bones, teeth, and tusks that roamed SD millions of years ago.
At the Mammoth Site, you may learn all about the massive mammoths that once roamed our globe. This tourist attraction is one of the best sites to visit in South Dakota and features the world's biggest concentration of mammoth fossils.
Schedule a visit of the Mammoth Site with your family, partner, or friends and learn about the gigantic beasts' fossils and skeletons. It includes viewing a brief video clip, a guided and educational tour of the site, viewing full-sized mammoth reconstructions, and other activities. There are also full-sized mammoth reconstructions, a mammoth bone home, baby mammoth mummies, and other unique displays. If you're seeking for unusual places to visit in South Dakota, don't miss out on this instructive and immersive experience.
Address: 1800 US-18 BYP, Hot Springs, SD 57747, United States
Phone: +1 605-745-6017
Opening hours: 8AM–8PM
Rating: 4.7/5.0, 3,571 Google reviews
Website: https://www.mammothsite.org/
